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DOB: May 4, 1986

Background: Michele is an American singer and actress who was born in Bronx, New York. She started acting and singing when she was young and began getting work on Broadway as a child performer.

Filmography: She began her Broadway career in "Les Miserables" in 1995 and followed with "Ragtime," "Fiddler on the Roof," and "Spring Awakening." She has been starring on the Fox musical-comedy series since 2009.

Emmy Awards:

Best Comedy Actress Nomination
"Glee" (2010); lost to Edie Falco ("Nurse Jackie")

Golden Globes:

Best TV Comedy Actress Nominations
"Glee" (2011); lost to Laura Linney ("The Big C")
"Glee" (2010); lost to Toni Collette ("United States of Tara")

SAG Awards: Win - Best TV Comedy Ensemble ("Glee," 2010)

Best TV Comedy Ensemble Nominations
"Glee" (2013); lost to "Modern Family"
"Glee" (2012); lost to "Modern Family"
"Glee" (2011); lost to "Modern Family"